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RX12 NDU

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,931 mi
Last recorded19,931 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX12 NDU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 19,931 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 19,234 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 19,234 miles

Front Stop lamp not working control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 13,947 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 13,939 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 13,936 miles

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 11,407 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated

Pass 3 Sep 2018 9,797 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 6,723 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 6,716 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 5,577 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 3,738 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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RX12 NDU is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 9,871 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX12 NDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RX12 NDU registered?

RX12 NDU is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 August 2012.

Is RX12 NDU safe to buy?

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